Imaging techniques for studying Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
South Texas Alzheimer's Disease Center Imaging Core
This study is looking at new ways to take pictures of the brain to help us understand Alzheimer's disease better, which could lead to better ways to diagnose and treat it, and it's being done at the South Texas Alzheimer Center.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P30 center grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Science Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Antonio, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10880642 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing imaging capabilities to better understand Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It utilizes advanced technologies such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), positron-emission tomography (PET), and machine learning to analyze brain activity and structure. Patients may benefit from improved diagnostic tools and treatment strategies developed through this innovative imaging research. The study is conducted at the South Texas Alzheimer Center, which has a strong infrastructure and expertise in biomedical imaging.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias, as well as healthy volunteers for comparative studies.
Not a fit: Patients with other neurological disorders unrelated to Alzheimer's disease may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more accurate diagnoses and effective treatments for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using advanced imaging techniques to study Alzheimer's disease, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
San Antonio, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Science Center — San Antonio, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fox, Peter Thornton — University of Texas Hlth Science Center
- Study coordinator: Fox, Peter Thornton
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.